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Silhouette of the Swamp – Vol. 2
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Silhouette of the Swamp – Vol. 2 |
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paderewski Member
since 2011-02-04
Posts 287Louisiana, USA |
 If I am the Silhouette of the Swamp, who might YOU be? Are you as strong and as brave as the child you used to be? Or does your breath smell of peppermint and something moldy deep within? Do you lust after the forbidden, whether it be filthy riches, tawdry fame maybe a hulking stud to appease, or that wonton witch who will do what you desire without hesitation? The forbidden always maintains an unattainable quality to it which causes lust to cascade like a blooming flower. A lot of question I have assaulted you with, yes, I understand. But these are questions which need to be addressed, if not to me, the Silhouette of the Swamp, then at least by yourself. Don’t tell me you do not secretly yearn for some things you know you will never have. Still, you refuse to chase your desires because you know it is something your family and friends can never understand. ~*~ Your fences need to be horse-high, pig-tight and bull-strong. ~*~ |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Dear Jerry, I am extremely fascinated by the picture, it suggests so many things ... only the cat may know the truth and the depth of the whole place! Your words are food for thought. Who is safe from certain, often unpronounceable desires? This is the world of duality and even the saints have to fight their demons! Your swamp surely sighs with secrets through your words. Margherita |
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paderewski Member
since 2011-02-04
Posts 287Louisiana, USA |
Thank you so very much, Margherita. Yes, I love that photo for the very reason that so many things can be taken from it. ~*~ Your fences need to be horse-high, pig-tight and bull-strong. ~*~ |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
"The forbidden always maintains an unattainable quality to it which causes lust to cascade like a blooming flower." Superb lines,Jerry. Fine writing. "The secret behind survival of mankind is kindness and love within our hearts" |
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paderewski Member
since 2011-02-04
Posts 287Louisiana, USA |
Many thanks, Prasad. I appreciate your presence here. ~*~ Your fences need to be horse-high, pig-tight and bull-strong. ~*~ |
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EmmaRose Senior Member
since 2011-03-02
Posts 1376Midwest |
the ladder of escape yet where is the entrance? so much in this photo, many spins evolve from the view of the individual looking. Cool stuff ! poet ! |
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paderewski Member
since 2011-02-04
Posts 287Louisiana, USA |
Appreciate your thoughts, Emma, and yes, there are many things one can get from the photo, and hopefully from the poem. ~*~ Your fences need to be horse-high, pig-tight and bull-strong. ~*~ |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
Masterfully done! With image and words you unabashedly lay open the human psyche. You tell truths that refuse to be ignored. Another on of your best! Lori  |
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paderewski Member
since 2011-02-04
Posts 287Louisiana, USA |
Thank you Lori for reading and commenting on my poem. ~*~ Mercedes Benz: A mechanical device that increases sexual arousal in women. ~*~ |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
so very true, Jerry. and I love this: "~*~ Your fences need to be horse-high, pig-tight and bull-strong. ~*~ I'm working on that  |
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paderewski Member
since 2011-02-04
Posts 287Louisiana, USA |
Haha! Thank you for reading and commenting, Maureen, and about the comment on the quote . . . Good for you. ~*~ Mercedes Benz: A mechanical device that increases sexual arousal in women. ~*~ |
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